Give It Up Or Let Me Go
Dixie Chicks · The Essential [2010]
Such a long time ago
If I found you with another
I'd walk right out the door
Oh, you might call me crazy
But one thing you should know
Well, honey you want me to love you've got to
Give it up or let me go
I know it's gipless to be jealous would tie you if I tried
When I think you messin' around my back
Brings a pain just can't hide
Oh, baby i've been true to you
And if i can make that sacrifice, honey you can do it too
Oh, play that guitar Tommy!
Well you come home drunk and nasty
You won't tell me where you've been
Just when things are nice and sweet
You're goin back out again
Why do you wanna mess up a good thing
I'm gonna find me another man
One who wants to give me everything
Oh yeah Emily needs to find that thing!
Bring it up Marty!
Well i told you pretty baby
Such a long time ago
If I found you with another
Well I'd walk right out your door!
Oh, you might call me crazy
One thing you should know
If you want me to love you've got to
Give it up or let me go
Give it up now y'all!
Give it up or let me go!
Give It Up Or Let Me Go
Give It Up Or Let Me Go stands as a defining track from the Dixie Chicks' early commercial peak, originally appearing on their breakthrough 1998 album Wide Open Spaces. The song captures the group's signature blend of country storytelling and pop sensibility, showcasing their tight harmonies and polished production style. As a staple of their discography, it highlights the band's ability to craft emotionally resonant narratives about relationships and personal resolve. The recording remains a testament to their influence on modern country music, bridging traditional roots with contemporary appeal. Its enduring presence in their essential collections underscores its importance in establishing the trio's identity during a transformative era for the genre.